Istanbul Guided Tour: Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and More!
Overview
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Learn about the local history and culture with a local and professional tour guide.
See all the highlights of Istanbul in a day. Explore the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Basilica Cistern and more destinations.
PRIORITY TO BUY TICKETS WITHOUT ANY COMMISSION!
PRIORITY TO SKIP THE LINES!
Suggestion for lunch (3 course mix kebab or vegetarian)
Sweet and spice tasting for FREE
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
It is a mosque and former church serving as a major cultural and historical site in Istanbul, Turkey. The last of three church buildings to be successively erected on the site by the Eastern Roman Empire, it was completed in 537 CE. The site was a Greek Orthodox church from 360 CE to 1453, except for a brief time as a Latin Catholic church between the Fourth Crusade and 1261. After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, it served as a mosque until 1935, when it became a museum. In 2020, the site once again became a mosque.
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, also known by its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I and remains a functioning mosque today. It also attracts a large number of tourists and is one of the most iconic and popular monuments of Ottoman architecture.
Options
Private Tour
What‘s Included
Sweet and Spice Tasting for Free
Bottled water
All Taxes
Priority to buy tickets
Guidance
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Tickets
Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience with Alp the tour guide
omari352,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was perfect. We did just as much as we wanted, got the full experience and were not bored or overextended for a second. Alp was one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had. He was so excited and knowledgable about the history, art and architecture. He did not take us around to shop at his friends’ stores or anything like what I’ve seen and heard from other guides. 100% would do again.
Trustworthy tour!
637antonyj,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was finely tour. Guide helped me to skip the lines. He was really educated! You can trust him 🙏🏻
Great efficient private tour.
248minjungp,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ended up being a great private tour on a very busy day. Def recommended for small size group that wants to get things done quickly. Alp was efficient guide.
Good travel
arvin1379,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am ready for the next beaitiful travel with Emrullah
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osmanu944,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was amazing and very well organized. Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern were absolutely beautiful, and the guide explained everything clearly and interestingly. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and learned a lot about Istanbul’s history. The experience was definitely worth it and I would recommend it to anyone visiting the city. Thank you very much, Mr. Emrullah, for your kindness and guidance!
Awesome
D3067BDdenizk,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fantastic, we were very pleased with everything.
Istanbul trip
308mirayt,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I live in Istanbul and I've never had the opportunity to travel this much before. Emrullah was very helpful, he explained the history, thank you.
Fascinating City
Ibrahimztn,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fascinating experience. I usually come to Istanbul for business, but this time I decided to explore this amazing city. Our tour guide, Emrullah, was very polite and friendly, and he answered all of our questions patiently. He also recommended some gorgeous restaurants in Istanbul. If you ever visit Istanbul, you should definitely try them too.
Right to the point. Essential Istanbul in 1 day.
Denis G,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Volkan met us on time at the German Fountain. Overall, we spent about 6 hours walking around Istanbul and stopped only because we became tired. The tour was very interesting. Volkan was talking about history and modern Turkey and is a very friendly and nice person. We highly recommend.
What a nice guide 😄
royaj254,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Istanbul is a big city. Because of that you will need a guide and this is the one. His patience is good. He give all details for fees and the others. Took me from side of people area to calm. 5 hours kept but experience has been countless. Nice to see you 🙏
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